Travel Writers and Photographers Listen Up

The National Geographic Society and Adventures in Travel Expo are holding their annual contest for aspiring Nat Geo photographers. From their press release:

Amateur photographers are invited to submit their best adventure photos to be judged by a panel of award-winning ADVENTURE photographers for the chance to win a Pentax K10 digital camera. The winning photos are selected based on subject matter, composition, photographic skill, originality and creativity. Ten runners up will win Pentax Optio W30 digital cameras. The photos are initially judged by an elite panel at each of the individual shows — NYC/January 12 – 13, Chicago/January 26 – 27, Los Angeles/February 9 – 10 and Washington, DC/March 29 – 30.

And this from Budget Travel:
In an effort to create even more reader-generated content in their magazine, Budget Travel is asking that readers submit photos and travel articles to be published in their 10th anniversary issue next year. If you’ve always wanted to see your photography or travel stories in print (and I have to admit, it IS a thrill), this is a great opportunity. For more info, you can check out their website.